Figure Skating · Level 8
Expert
5 sub-levels · 10 tests · 100 facts · updated 20 October 2026
Level 8 is about the skater's world: matching and mounting boots and blades, goals and motivation, planning a season and a training session, the U.S. test structure, and the Grand Prix season.
Sub-levels
Sub-level 8.1Equipment in DepthMatching boot and blade, blade sizing and mounting.2 tests · 20 factsSub-level 8.2CoachingSetting goals with a skater, motivation and the coach's philosophy.2 tests · 20 factsSub-level 8.3PracticePlanning a season and a training session, safety and fitness.2 tests · 20 factsSub-level 8.4Tests and LevelsThe U.S. test structure, its areas, levels and adult track.2 tests · 20 factsSub-level 8.5The SeasonThe Grand Prix series and Final, the Junior Grand Prix and ISU Events.2 tests · 20 facts
Written from
Riedell, Boot & Blade Guide and Testing Structure; Edea, Blade mounting; Fred Bartick, Mounting Blades; Special Olympics Figure Skating Coaching Guide (2021), 1.1-1.3 and 4; U.S. Figure Skating, Adult Testing; ISU, Grand Prix explained (2026); Skate Canada, 2026-27 Grand Prix guide; ISU Constitution and General Regulations. Original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Eligibility, entries and age rules belong to General Rules.
- Special Olympics Figure Skating Coaching Guide (2021), 1.1: Goal Setting and Motivation
- Riedell, Figure Skating Levels: U.S. Figure Skating Testing Structure
- ISU, Figure Skating Grand Prix explained (isu-skating.com, 2026)
- Special Olympics Figure Skating Coaching Guide (2021), 1.2: Planning a Training & Competition Season
- Special Olympics Figure Skating Coaching Guide (2021), 1.3: Planning a Training Session
- Riedell, Boot & Blade Guide: 4 Factors for the Perfect Match
- Fred Bartick (skate technician), Mounting Blades, iCoachSkating
- Edea, Blade mounting (edeaskates.com)